Senior Technical Editor

PRR is a full-service communications firm that serves the transportation, environment, and health sectors. We provide integrated communications services that help clients make informed decisions and build stronger, more inclusive communities. Our clients include government agencies at the national, state, and local level; nonprofit organizations; and mission-driven private sector clients. Our commitment lies in providing an environment where our team engages with intriguing and challenging projects while integrating their professional aspirations with personal values. If you're seeking a career with a company that leaves a positive imprint on the environment, human well-being, and the communities our clients serve, PRR welcomes you. About the role PRR is actively building a talent pipeline for an upcoming opportunity. We are seeking a full-time Senior Technical Editor in the transportation sector. The successful applicant will need to work from the client’s McLean, VA, office in person at least three days a week. What you'll do The senior level editor oversees the entire editorial process for high-stakes technical documentation, ensuring stylistic consistency across large-scale programs and mentoring junior staff. You and your team are responsible for transforming raw data and engineering jargon into authoritative documents that meet the stringent requirements of the agency, including reference checking, fact checking, and ensuring copyright compliance. The technical editors focus on substantive editing, verifying technical accuracy, and ensuring compliance with agency style guides for all documents, reports, and manuals. This position requires an expert-level command of the GPO Style Manual and an eye for detail when ensuring quality control for all publications and documents. You and your team are expected to work independently, managing the full lifecycle of a document from outline to final publication including online and web publishing. Qualifications Education: Master’s Degree (Senior) in English, Journalism, or a technical field. Experience: 10+ years for Senior with supervisory and project management experience. Transportation experience, especially in highway and surface transportation is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr